Robert Merton Noted That Bureaucrats Are Trained To

question 42

Multiple Choice

Robert Merton noted that bureaucrats are trained to:

• A)develop new written rules and procedures
• B)be flexible with the application of written rules and procedures
• C)ask for input from others in the organization about the application of written rules and procedures
• D)rely strictly on written rules and procedures
• E)ignore written rules and procedures

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